Honor Robert Parris Moses
Official: Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act
IntroducedDecember 15, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill honors Robert Parris Moses by giving him a Congressional Gold Medal for his significant contributions to civil rights and education, particularly in math literacy for marginalized communities.
If you care about civil rights and education, this bill recognizes a key figure who made a lasting impact.
Affects: Students from low-income and minority backgrounds who benefit from improved education opportunities.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Robert Parris Moses after his death. 2. Moses is recognized for his work in civil rights and education. 3. He helped thousands of people register to vote in Mississippi. 4. Moses founded the Algebra Project to improve math literacy for underprivileged students. 5. His efforts have positively impacted over 40,000 students nationwide.
Who is affected?
Students from low-income and minority backgrounds who benefit from improved education opportunities.